We shared some of Pitcock's story earlier this month. Drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2007 out of Ohio State, the defensive lineman appeared in nine games and showed promise as a rookie, making his sudden retirement before the 2008 season all the more puzzling.

"It was a rash decision," he said. "As soon as I made it, I wanted to play right away, but I was scared they didn't want me back."

Things turned ugly. Pitcock, who calls himself an introvert, sunk into a daily regimen that included 18-hour sessions of Xbox online. "Call of Duty" was his mistress (Note: Ochocinco could tell a few stories), and for Pitcock, his addiction took on a dangerous tone, sucking up his energy, shoving friends and family to the side.

"The only way I could get my endorphins was by playing video games," Pitcock said, keeping the routine up for months. "I would break the games, try to get rid of them, but I couldn't stop. I'd say, 'Quinn, what are you doing?' Physically, I could not put down a video game."

The Colts helped connect Pitcock with a psychologist and his recovery began in earnest. Today, he's a member of the Arena League's Orlando Predators, but wants another shot at the NFL. Pitcock admits teams don't know what to make of his addiction.

"It's more on whether a team feels they can trust what I can do," Pitcock said. "I think teams are worried I may relapse. They're more comfortable with a drug addiction. It's unfortunate. It definitely hinders my chances."